Teddies ease anxiety for dementia patients
Teddy bears provide relief and reduce anxiety among dementia patients who are being cared for in the emergency room.
August 28, 2019
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Lifting seniors' spirits through music
A chaplain uses music to connect and have conversations that lift the spirits at Saint-Thomas Centre, a Covenant Care supportive living facility.
July 2, 2019
Gardening together
Kids from Steinhauer School join the residents of St. Joseph’s Auxiliary Hospital for a day of gardening.
June 20, 2019
Male seniors at increased risk of suicide
Canadian male seniors aged 80 and older have a higher risk of suicide than the average population.
June 10, 2019
Residents prepare school lunches for kids in need
Lethbridge students in need benefit from school lunches prepared by residents and patients at St. Therese Villa, St. Michael’s Health Centre and Martha’s House.
June 3, 2019
Research with therapy rabbit looks at easing loneliness and isolation
Residents with dementia are part of animal therapy research at Youville Home.
May 8, 2019
Keeping active to stay independent longer
The Seniors Day Programs in Lethbridge help seniors and residents with geriatric conditions keep active, live at home longer and provide respite to caregivers.
April 15, 2019
Sister Josephine: A lifetime of service
Sister Josephine has served as a chaplain, a teacher and much more during her decades of service with the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Martha.
March 28, 2019
Honour guard celebrates the life of a resident
The Honour Guard at Youville Home honours the person who has died, giving an opportunity to comfort family members who are present, and supports grieving staff.
March 11, 2019
Navigating chronic illness with hometown help
After a successful pilot in Camrose and Killam, the Nav-CARE program is expanding to help rural residents with advanced chronic illness across Canada.
March 7, 2019
Osteoporosis is a man's illness too
Diagnosis of osteoporosis in men can lead to better outcomes.
February 25, 2019
Men's group generates hope
Men’s discussion group at St. Joseph’s Auxiliary Hospital in Edmonton recreates coffee shop atmosphere, reinforces human dignity.
February 4, 2019
Olympic performer brings hoop dance to residents
Olympic performer Dallas Arcand Jr. brought traditional hoop dance to Edmonton General residents.
January 14, 2019
Fostering family involvement in long-term care
Family members wanting to assist those in long-term care are getting help through a video pilot project.
January 10, 2019
Residents enjoy popular fitness classes
Pound and Zumba aren’t just popular fitness classes among the younger set; residents at Killam Health Centre are also moving to the beat of these sessions.
January 7, 2019
Christmas decorating is part of stroke therapy
Client in stroke program sets therapy goals for Christmas
December 17, 2018
Keeping seniors connected
As Canada’s population ages, more seniors are at risk of isolation.
November 21, 2018
Cycling Without Age
Chateau Vitaline residents enjoy bike rides thanks to a specialized, three-wheeled bicycle called a trishaw.
October 3, 2018
Mary Anne's Closet
A healthcare aide at a senior’s residence helps out by keeping a closet of donated items to give to residents who need them.
July 12, 2018
